Article
Plant Sciences
Andres Aguilar-Granados, Barbara Hernandez-Macias, Guillermo Santiago-Martinez, Roberto Ruiz-Medrano, Luis Kameyama-Kawabe, Jesus Hinojosa-Moya, Maria Del Carmen Montes-Horcasitas, Beatriz Xoconostle-Cazares
Summary: X.fastidiosa is a phytopathogenic bacterium affecting various crops in Mexico, with genetically diverse populations found among grapevine samples. Subspecies identification and genotyping revealed differences between northern and central Mexican populations of X.fastidiosa.
Article
Biology
Kristine Margaryan, Gagik Melyan, Franco Roeckel, Reinhard Toepfer, Erika Maul
Summary: The study reveals the extensive grape genetic diversity in Armenia, showcasing the country's success in preserving a wide range of grape genetic diversity despite geographical isolation and limited material exchange. This gene pool richness serves as a vast reservoir of underexplored genetic diversity.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Javier Tello, Javier Ibanez
Summary: With advancements in sequencing technologies, bioinformatics tools, and modeling solutions, association mapping has become a widely accepted approach in understanding the genetic basis of various traits in grapes. These studies have identified many potential causative loci and mutations, leading to the development of informative markers for marker-assisted selection in breeding programs. Association mapping is a valuable step towards improving grape production and resilience in the face of future climate scenarios.
Article
Plant Sciences
Clizia Villano, Giandomenico Corrado, Boris Basile, Ermanno Di Serio, Alessandro Mataffo, Elvira Ferrara, Riccardo Aversano
Summary: This study investigates the intra-varietal diversity of the grapevine variety "Greco Bianco" used for producing DOCG and PDO Greco di Tufo wine. The results show that there are morphological and genetic differences among the clones, with more evident differences observed using REMAP markers. This has important implications for the management and protection of "Greco Bianco" clones and further exploration of their potential role in winemaking.
Article
Agronomy
Ahmet Sumbul, Ercan Yildiz, Muhammad Azhar Nadeem
Summary: This study investigated the morphological and molecular diversity of 18 grape varieties in the Kayseri province of Turkey. The results showed differences in bunch, berry, and leaf characteristics among the varieties. Both morphological and molecular analyses confirmed the existence of genetic diversity in the studied germplasm.
GENETIC RESOURCES AND CROP EVOLUTION
(2022)
Review
Microbiology
Yogita Ranade, Indu Sawant, Sujoy Saha, Madhura Chandrashekar, Pranav Pathak
Summary: Microorganisms in vineyards are influenced by various factors such as climate, geography, agricultural practices, pathogens, and pests. The impact of these microorganisms on grapevines and berries is significant, but research on the microbial community associated with table grapes is limited. Studying the effect of developmental stages of table grapes on microbial diversity may offer new insights for plant growth, crop protection, and bioremediation.
CURRENT MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Vincent Bonhomme, Sarah Ivorra, Thierry Lacombe, Allowen Evin, Isabel Figueiral, David Maghradze, Cecile Marchal, Clemence Pagnoux, Thierry Pastor, Herve Pomaredes, Roberto Bacilieri, Jean-Frederic Terral, Laurent Bouby
Summary: This study uses morphological analyses of modern grape pips to establish models that can be applied to archaeological remains, providing insights into grape diversity and historical changes. The results demonstrate significant structuring in terms of geographical origins, destination use, and variety attributes.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Zala Kogej Zwitter, Gabrijel Seljak, Tjasa Jakomin, Jakob Brodaric, Ana Vucurovic, Sandra Pedemay, Pascal Salar, Sylvie Malembic-Maher, Xavier Foissac, Natasa Mehle
Summary: Flavescence doree (FD) phytoplasma from 16SrV-C and -D subgroups cause severe damage to grapevines throughout Europe. European black alder and clematis serve as perennial plant reservoirs for 16SrV-C phytoplasma strains, and their host range has recently been extended to hazelnuts. The decline of hazelnut orchards in Slovenia is attributed to 16SrV phytoplasma infections, possibly transmitted by the non-autochthonous leafhopper Orientus ishidae.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Rosalba O. Fors, Emilia Sorci-Uhmann, Erika S. Santos, Patricia Silva-Flores, Maria Manuela Abreu, Wanda Viegas, Amaia Nogales
Summary: Soil characteristics, land management practices, and plant genotypes affect the diversity and community structure of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), thereby influencing grapevine growth and nutrition. This study provides insights into the relationships between AMF communities and soil types and land uses, and highlights the importance of selecting suitable AMF for improving plant nutrition in different environments.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Iva Sikuten, Petra Stambuk, Ivana Tomaz, Cecile Marchal, Jasminka Karoglan Kontic, Thierry Lacombe, Edi Maletic, Darko Preiner
Summary: This study investigated the polyphenolic profiles of 50 grape varieties from different GEN-GEO groups, and using discriminant analysis, the genetic-geographic groups were clearly separated based on their polyphenolic profiles, confirming that different groups have unique polyphenolic profiles.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Clizia Villano, Silvia Procino, Giuseppe Blaiotta, Domenico Carputo, Nunzio D'Agostino, Ermanno Di Serio, Valentina Fanelli, Pierfederico La Notte, Monica Marilena Miazzi, Cinzia Montemurro, Francesca Taranto, Riccardo Aversano
Summary: Sexual reproduction and spontaneous somatic mutations contribute to the variability and genetic similarity in cultivated grapevine populations. The study identifies genetic loci associated with essential traits, offering opportunities for grapevine breeding initiatives.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Dmitriy Y. Fedosov, Aleksey A. Korzhenkov, Kristina O. Petrova, Alexey O. Sapsay, Fedor S. Sharko, Stepan V. Toshchakov, Adelina A. Kolosova, Elizaveta D. Bakhmutova, Maxim V. Patrushev
Summary: The study sequenced and genotyped 9 Russian Vitis vinifera grape varieties and the European variety Muscat Hamburg using SNPs, revealing that only two of the Russian varieties are related to foreign ones while the remaining seven form separate clusters genetically. This contrasts with historical data and indicates unique genetic relationships among the varieties.
Article
Entomology
Jurrian Wilmink, Michael Breuer, Astrid Forneck
Summary: Leaf-feeding phylloxera populations in commercial vineyards may originate from abandoned rootstock vines or root populations within the vineyard, with genetic connections between root and leaf populations observed. The leaf-feeding populations of grape phylloxera are mainly initiated through asexual reproduction or root-to-leaf migration, rather than solely through wind-drifted foliar populations.
Article
Plant Sciences
Luca Capriotti, Angela Ricci, Barbara Molesini, Bruno Mezzetti, Tiziana Pandolfini, Irene Piunti, Silvia Sabbadini
Summary: Plant genetic transformation is a powerful breeding tool for improving disease tolerance, stress resistance, fruit production, and quality in fruit trees. This study validated the use of cotyledons and hypocotyls derived from somatic embryos as starting explants for in vitro regeneration and transformation trials in grapevines. The optimized protocols resulted in successful generation of transgenic plants.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Kazuya Koyama, Atsushi Kono, Yusuke Ban, Sharon Marie Bahena-Garrido, Tomoko Ohama, Kazuhiro Iwashita, Hisashi Fukuda, Nami Goto-Yamamoto
Summary: This study investigated the volatile composition in the berries of an interspecific hybrid grape population and provided insights into the genetic regulation of volatile compounds. QTL analysis revealed major and minor QTLs associated with volatile compounds. Coordinate modulation of volatile clusters in the hybrid population suggested independent mechanisms for controlling different groups of volatiles.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
F. Mencarelli, C. D'onofrio, S. Bucci, S. Baccelloni, R. Cini, G. Pica, A. Bellincontro
Summary: Controlled dehydration and an innovative vinification protocol were studied for Cesanese and Sangiovese wine grapes, resulting in significantly higher alcohol, glycerol, extract, and polyphenol concentration in the produced blended wines. Additionally, the wines exhibited spicy and fruity notes at sensory analyses and were appreciated for their body balance, less acidity, and flavor intensity.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Fabrizio Grassi, Gabriella De Lorenzis
Summary: Domestication of grapevines is a selection process driven by humans, with debates over the number and locations of domestication events. Multiple independent domestication events and gene flow have complicated genetic relationships.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Gaetano Giudice, Loredana Moffa, Serena Varotto, Maria Francesca Cardone, Carlo Bergamini, Gabriella De Lorenzis, Riccardo Velasco, Luca Nerva, Walter Chitarra
Summary: This review focuses on challenging biotechnological approaches for breeding crops tolerant to biotic and abiotic stresses, as well as new techniques based on RNA interference and epigenome modifications to improve plant resilience. Recent advances in these applications are mainly reported for non-model plants and woody crops, and their combination with traditional breeding is discussed as a potential contribution to modern agriculture and climate change mitigation.
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Giovanni Caruso, Giacomo Palai, Riccardo Gucci, Claudio D'Onofrio
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of different irrigation regimes on the growth, yield, and berry quality of container-grown Sangiovese grapes grafted onto different rootstocks. The results showed that deficit irrigation significantly influenced vine water status and had a marked effect on berry and juice quality. The timing of water restriction also played a role, with early water limitation affecting trunk diameter while post-veraison water deficit had no effect. Yield was not affected by irrigation or rootstock. The study concluded that deficit irrigation could be used to manipulate berry quality in grapevines.
IRRIGATION SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Daniela Mota-Segantini, Alessandra Lombini, Arleen Rodriguez Declet, Rosa De Giorgio, Claudio D'Onofrio, Adamo Domenico Rombola
Summary: Intercropping grapevines with medicinal aromatic plants can slow down grape ripening and increase the concentration of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the berries. The presence of these plants influences the composition and volatile profile of the grapes.
AGROECOLOGY AND SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
G. Palai, G. Caruso, R. Gucci, C. D'Onofrio
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of water deficit applied at different phenological stages on the concentration of glycosylated volatile organic compounds (VOCs) responsible for the aroma of Sangiovese and Merlot grapes. The study found that pre-veraison water deficit increased the concentration of glycosylated VOCs in the berries, while post-veraison deficit did not have a significant effect. The rootstock also influenced the concentration of glycosylated VOCs, with higher levels observed for certain graft combinations.
AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF GRAPE AND WINE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Egli C. Georgiadou, Minas Mina, Varnavas Neoptolemou, Stefanos Koundouras, Claudio D'Onofrio, Andrea Bellincontro, Fabio Mencarelli, Vasileios Fotopoulos, George A. Manganaris
Summary: This study investigated the effects of leaf removal during fruit set on a Cypriot white cultivar and found that it led to an overall induction of secondary metabolism, particularly in glycosylated aroma compounds. The analysis of volatile organic compounds also showed differences between the leaf removal-treated grapes and the control group during the fully ripe stage.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Giacomo Palai, Giovanni Caruso, Riccardo Gucci, Claudio D'Onofrio
Summary: This study investigates the effects of different regulated deficit irrigation (RDI) regimes on berry flavonoid content and biosynthetic pathways. The timing and intensity of water stress strongly regulate the accumulation of berry flavonoids, and proper deficit irrigation management can modulate the phenylpropanoid and flavonoid pathways.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Demetrio Marciano, Valentina Ricciardi, Giuliana Maddalena, Annamaria Massafra, Elena Marone Fassolo, Simona Masiero, Piero Attilio Bianco, Osvaldo Failla, Gabriella De Lorenzis, Silvia Laura Toffolatti
Summary: Downy mildew, caused by Plasmopara viticola, is a major threat to viticulture. Nitrogen fertilization affects disease severity but not the expression of susceptibility/resistance genes. Exploiting these genes could lead to new environmentally friendly disease management tools.
Article
Plant Sciences
Davide Bianchi, Valentina Ricciardi, Carola Pozzoli, Daniele Grossi, Leila Caramanico, Massimo Pindo, Erika Stefani, Alessandro Cestaro, Lucio Brancadoro, Gabriella De Lorenzis
Summary: The response of grapevines to drought is influenced by the interaction between the scion variety and the rootstock genotype. Under severe water deficit conditions, the rootstock genotype has a greater impact on gas exchange and stem water potential. The 1103P shows avoidance behavior, while the 101-14MGt exhibits a tolerance strategy. Transcriptomic analysis reveals that most differentially expressed genes are detected in roots, with a core set of genes related to the root response to drought being unaffected by genotype or grafting.
Article
Plant Sciences
Giulio Catarcione, Anna Rita Paolacci, Enrica Alicandri, Elena Gramiccia, Paola Taviani, Roberto Rea, Maria Teresa Costanza, Gabriella De Lorenzis, Guglielmo Puccio, Francesco Mercati, Mario Ciaffi
Summary: A study was conducted to characterize 114 accessions of 66 landraces of common beans in the Lazio region. The genetic analysis showed that the P. vulgaris germplasm in the region has a high level of genetic diversity, with the Andean gene pool prevailing and 12% of landraces representing putative hybrids. The combination of morphological, biochemical, and molecular data allowed for the differentiation of all landraces and the resolution of certain cases of homonymy and synonymy.
Proceedings Paper
Agricultural Engineering
G. Caruso, G. Palai, S. Nesi, G. Rossi, R. Gucci, C. D'Onofrio
Summary: The combination of rootstock and scion is important for grapevine tolerance to water stress. In an experiment on potted grapevines, different irrigation regimes and rootstocks were evaluated for their effects on leaf gas exchange, fruit quality, and yield. The results showed significant differences in stomatal conductance, net photosynthetic rate, and yield among the different combinations.
IX INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON IRRIGATION OF HORTICULTURAL CROPS
(2022)
Proceedings Paper
Agricultural Engineering
G. Palai, G. Caruso, C. D'Onofrio, R. Gucci
Summary: This experiment evaluated the effect of saline water on 2-year-old potted fig plants. The results showed that saline water significantly affected plant water status, leaf gas exchange, and fruit growth. Differences between treatments were evident at different time points, especially in stem water potential and intrinsic water use efficiency. Additionally, there were differences between the two fig cultivars in some parameters.
IX INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON IRRIGATION OF HORTICULTURAL CROPS
(2022)
Proceedings Paper
Agricultural Engineering
G. Palai, G. Caruso, R. Gucci, C. D'Onofrio
Summary: This experiment investigated the effects of rootstock and irrigation regimes on fruit quality and aroma characteristics in grapevines. The results showed that moderate water stress can enhance grape aroma, but the combination of rootstock and scion can magnify or inhibit this effect.
XII INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON INTEGRATING CANOPY, ROOTSTOCK AND ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY IN ORCHARD SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Gabriele Usai, Alberto Vangelisti, Samuel Simoni, Flavia Mascagni, Francesca Venturi, Lucia Natali, Tommaso Giordani, Giacomo Palai, Claudio Pugliesi, Claudio D'Onofrio, Andrea Cavallini
Summary: The aim of this study was to isolate genes related to the biosynthesis of furanocoumarins and terpenoids in fig leaves and analyze their expression and concentration changes after salt treatment. The results of this study will be useful for increasing the production of fig volatile organic compounds through breeding strategies.
